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QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 28AWG 1M cable

Fervit

Fervit QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 28AWG 1M Cable

SKU CH-3WDB-1GKKT

A QSFP SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 cable providing 40Gbps bandwidth for NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 storage enclosures

  • 40Gbps bandwidth for stable enterprise storage transmission
  • QSFP SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 cross-interface conversion
  • 28AWG pure copper wire for low signal loss and reliability
  • Exclusively compatible with NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 enclosures
  • 1meter length enables flexible external server-to-storage routing

QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 Cable

This Fervit cable converts a QSFP SFF8436 interface to a MiniSAS HD SFF8088 connector for enterprise storage links. It targets administrators wiring NetApp DS4243 or DS4246 enclosures to host servers. The 1 metre reach suits rack-to-rack or shelf-to-controller runs. It is not for builders needing internal SATA or eSATA device cables.

28AWG pure copper construction for signal integrity

The 28AWG pure copper conductors minimise attenuation across the 40Gbps channel. Passive design draws no extra power and adds no fan noise to the rack. Shielding preserves eye-diagram margins during sustained transfers. The assembly stays cool under continuous enterprise workloads.

Replaces proprietary NetApp interconnects

This cable upgrades from vendor-locked assemblies when a standard-compliant SFF8436 to SFF8088 link is required. The jump is worth it when expanding shelf connectivity without sourcing original spares. It does not serve systems using other connector types or higher lane-count fabrics.

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the QSFP SFF8436 end to the NetApp DS4243 and avoid the common mistake of forcing the latch?

Align the QSFP SFF8436 connector with the port on the DS4243 or DS4246 until the latch clicks; the 28AWG pure copper cable is stiff, so support the cable weight during insertion to prevent port damage.

Will the 28AWG pure copper conductors need replacement after extended use in a 40Gbps storage link?

The 28AWG pure copper wire is built for low signal loss and longterm reliability; under normal enterprise conditions the cable itself does not require scheduled replacement.

What is the first limit I will hit when running sustained 40Gbps traffic through this 1meter crossinterface cable?

The 1meter length and 28AWG gauge are specified for stable 40Gbps transmission; the practical limit is the maximum supported reach of the QSFP SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 interface.

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